Realistically, my BOB was getting too heavy for me to carry far. I am a big advocate of "layered" prep, and started re-thinking the car kit. Instead of a few things for emergencies, I plan to beef it up to serve as my primary away-from-home emergency kit.

Based on what I saw here, I ordered the MEC shoulder bag. It's great! Very well made, plenty of pockets and just the right size/weight when packed for a "grab and run" situation, or to carry on a day hike.

I have another small bag - originally sold as an insulated lunch bag - that holds a Nalgene bottle and bottle cup, with just enough room for a Fiskars folding pruning/ camping saw. Looped around the strap at the side of the shoulder bag, it makes a nice kit.

I also got the next size smaller shoulder bag to use for travel or everyday. Equally terrific.

Thanks for the tip.